October is the month for celebrating Halloween and all things that are scary. It is frightening for me to think about the role models of today. In the days where… Read More »The Terrifying Tale of Terrible Role Models (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
As a poor kid growing up, all I wanted was to be normal. I wanted to have a nice house with indoor plumbing. I wanted nice clothes. I wanted to… Read More »Normal. What is that Anyway? (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
You might think that seeing National Guard and Diversity in the same title is a contradiction. I wasn’t sure myself when I was asked to participate in the Indiana National… Read More »National Guard & Diversity? (MY VOICE, by Judi Epp)
August is the month when parents and students anticipate the start of a new school year. It is an exciting time for many. For others, however, it is a terrifying… Read More »Back to School (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
July is a month of patriotism. It is ironic that on July 1st, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act took effect in Indiana. While we have come so far with the… Read More »MY VOICE: Happy 4th of July! (by Kim Fidler)
While my wife, Joani, and I greatly enjoy participating in and working at Spencer Pride events, the reasons extend beyond the realm of volunteerism as one might devote to other… Read More »MY VOICE: Why Spencer Pride? (by Ed Staubach)
I am so proud to have been a part of the 9th annual Spencer Pride Festival. I was so happy to see the large number of participants (including children and… Read More »MY VOICE: The Value of Volunteerism (by Kim Fidler)
The breakfast was held on Saturday, April 18 at the Owen Valley Christian Fellowship on Highway 43 in Spencer. Almost 40 people were in attendance, which was the largest turnout… Read More »MY VOICE: Engaging with our Elected Officials (by Jonathan Balash)
On Monday, April 27th Spencer Main Street, in partnership with Spencer Town Council and Owen County Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development Corporation, held an event to showcase two projects… Read More »MY VOICE: Improving Spencer’s Downtown (by Jacob Balash)
This past Saturday I was privileged to participate as a panelist at a screening of the documentary, Gen Silent. The basic storyline was of GLBT elders who go back in… Read More »My VOICE: Healthcare for ALL Ages (by Judi Epp)
It is more than just a small coincidence that April 1st is April Fool’s Day and that have chosen to cover the topic of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. This… Read More »Kim’s Corner: April Fools
